Business Operations & Planning Specialist

The Contract Compliance Team is responsible for managing contracts and driving compliance activities for all types of contracts, including key federal, state, and local government. As a member of the Thomson Reuters (TR) Enabling Functions of the General Counsel’s Office, this role will report directly to the Manager of Contracts & Compliance. We are seeking an experienced Sr. Analyst with strong experience in obligations management and implementing obligations management into Contract Lifecycle Management Systems (CLMS). This role acts as a safeguard against legal, financial, and reputational damage by fostering a culture of compliance across the organization. About the role In this opportunity as Sr. Analyst, you will: Obligation Identification & Mapping:  Research new laws, regulations, and industry standards to update company policies, procedures, and internal controls. Tracking and Documentation:  Maintain, monitor, and update compliance obligations in a centralized repository or system. Auditing and Monitoring:  Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to verify compliance, including desk and onsite reviews. Risk Mitigation:  Identify compliance breaches, analyze root causes, and recommend corrective actions to management. Reporting:  Prepare detailed reports on compliance status, findings from audits, and risk assessments for senior management. Coordinate with Legal on contract requirements for obligation management. Develop compliance training materials and present to business partners. Collaborate heavily with key internal business partners (e.g., sales organization, finance, legal counsel, order mgmt.). Prepare detailed documentation of processes and procedures. Keep accurate records and files related to Ownership of Obligations and best practices for Issue Management. Contribute to ongoing development of best practices and streamlining of processes and tools for automation. Lead contracts & compliance projects and initiatives, working closely with the Manager and colleagues. Lead or assist with miscellaneous projects as assigned, including ad hoc reports, or specific needs for the department. About You You are fit for the role of Sr. Analyst if your background includes: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Law, or related field from an accredited college. Ability to design and implement automated data extraction processes from CLMS, plus validate data accuracy to quality standards. Working knowledge of the financial/customer-to-cash aspects of ERP systems, especially SAP tables and data structures. Familiarity with the CLMS and ERP technologies is beneficial. 3- 5  years’ relevant experience in contract administration, legal, compliance, or procurement roles. Additional Qualifications: Adept at analyzing and understanding contracts and various legal documents. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, plus exceptional organizational skills. Ability to maintain productive working relationships with internal and external business customers. Attention to detail, including follow-up and final resolution skills. Analytical and problem solving/troubleshooting skills, technical aptitude; ability to learn technologies quickly. Experience in a technology or software company preferred, including experience with contract management software. History of compliance work with Government regulations. #LI-AC1 What’s in it For You? Hybrid Work Model: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected. Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including w ... (truncated, view full listing at source)